Love that Moves the Sun and Stars
A Closer Look | Kenneth Craycraft In the 33rd and final canto of Dante’s epic 14th century poem, Paradiso, St. Bernard guides Dante to the destination of his pilgrimage, where he achieves the Beatific Vision. Dante describes his final ascent to Paradise in terms of the restoration of balance, harmony …
US Bishops urge respect for human life after Minneapolis killings
In the wake of two recent killings by federal immigration agents in Minneapolis, US Bishops call for restraint, peace, and respect for every human life. By Devin Watkins Tensions are running high in the US city of Minneapolis, Minnesota, after US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents fatally shot Alex …
Archbishop Hebda urges prayer after another fatal shooting by federal agents in Minnesota
The archbishop of St. Paul and Minneapolis, Bernard Hebda, said “we must rid our hearts of the hatreds and prejudices that prevent us from seeing each other as brothers and sisters.” By EWTN News Staff January 25, 2026 at 5:15 PM ET Archbishop Bernard Hebda of St. Paul and Minneapolis asked …
2 new miracles reported through intercession of St. Charbel in 2026
Two new miracles have been attributed to St. Charbel already in 2026 — one in the United States and one in Lebanon. By Romy Haber January 26, 2026 at 7:00 AM ET Two new miracles attributed to St. Charbel Makhlouf have been reported since the beginning of 2026 — one in the United …
Restoration of Bethlehem’s Grotto of the Nativity ‘a sign of hope and unity’
The Greek Orthodox Patriarchate of Jerusalem and the Custody of the Holy Land announce that works are set to begin to restore the “cradle” of Christianity—the place where Jesus was born—in Bethlehem. By Cecilia Seppia In Bethlehem, everything is ready to begin the restoration works of the Grotto of the …
The Church Fathers: The Ancient Providers and Protectors of God’s Family
by Fr. Jacob Lindle Every Sunday, you stand up from your creaky pew and proclaim, “I believe in one, holy, catholic, and apostolic Church.” Now, how on earth do you believe that? There are tens of thousands of Christian denominations around the globe, and yet, there you are at your …
Lord’s Day Reflection: The here and now significance of Jesus’ ministry in Capernaum
As the Church celebrates the Third Sunday in Ordinary Time, Fr. Luke Gregory, OFM, reflects on the theme: “The here and now significance of Jesus’ ministry in Capernaum.” By Fr. Luke Gregory, OFM* In our journey through the rich tapestry of Scripture, the significance of Jesus’ ministry, particularly in Capernaum, …
Movie Review—The Apartment (1960)
by Michael Momper A good romantic comedy not only has you laughing, it also says something edifying about human relationships. It should reach beyond the low-hanging fruit of vulgar bedroom jokes to instead amuse us with the love-struck antics of its protagonist(s) in a way that bolsters one’s belief in …
Feast of Francis de Sales, Patron Saint of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, Happy New Year! I pray that you had a blessed and joyful Christmas season with your family, friends, and loved ones. A new year calls us to reflection. As we look back with gratitude for God’s goodness, we look ahead with faith and hope. …
Fact check: Are there more Gen Z Catholics than Protestants?
Researchers’ findings reveal conflicting data. By Tessa Gervasini January 22, 2026 at 9:00 AM ET Multiple news reports have said the number of Generation Z Catholics is surging in the United States. ZENIT, an international Catholic news service, and Magisterium AI, a Catholic artificial intelligence agency, cited data from the 2023 Cooperative Election Study (CES) …
